Severe weather is wreaking havoc across the southeast, with millions of people facing flooding, heavy rains, damaging winds, and potential tornadoes. The city of Atlanta has been particularly hard hit, receiving a total of nearly four inches of rain in just a week, which is equivalent to a month's worth of rainfall. The impact of this deluge is evident at Peachtree Creek, where rising water levels have caused debris and plastic pollution to accumulate in trees and brush.
Residents in Atlanta have reported water reaching into yards and across streets, leaving behind muddy sediment and debris. The warmer atmosphere, capable of holding more water, has led to an increase in heavy rainfall events, with some areas experiencing up to 2.5 inches of rain in a single day. This trend is not limited to the southeast but is occurring across the United States.
